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DIY guides, buying-used checklists, chassis decoders and OM-engine breakdowns for South African Mercedes-Benz owners — researched by Craig Sandeman, drawing on 12 years sourcing yard-stripped Mercedes parts.
Engine Guides
OM642 vs OM651: Which V6/I4 Mercedes Diesel Is in Your Car?
Two of the most common modern Mercedes diesels âEUR" but they share almost no parts. Here's how to tell them apart, what each is fitted to, and what to watch for before buying parts.
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Buying Guides
What to Check Before Buying a Used 7G-Tronic Gearbox
The 722.9 7G-Tronic is a great gearbox - but a worn one is an expensive mistake. Here's the 7-point checklist our workshop runs through before any 7G-Tronic leaves our yard.
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Buying Guides
How to Identify Your Mercedes Chassis Code from the VIN
The 17-character VIN on your Mercedes contains everything we need to confirm fitment. Here's how to read it âEUR" and where to find the chassis plate if the VIN sticker has worn off.
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